Description
Classic Stuffed Shells are a delightful Italian dish that will transport you straight to a cozy trattoria. These large pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy ricotta mixture, then topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese. Whether it’s a family dinner or a special occasion, this comforting dish is sure to impress and satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Cook the pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain gently.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each shell with the cheese mixture and place them upright in the baking dish.
- Spread marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and top with remaining mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (200g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg